Tuesday, January 18, 2011

Actress Lindsay Lohan is off the hook for the time being with the judge in her DUI probation case, but the Riverside County district attorney is continuing the investigation into the accusation of battery stemming from a confrontation with a Betty Ford Center employee. After seeing the police reports, the DA's office decided to continue the investigation.

Tiger Woods's Mistress Goes to Jail on DUI

An Orlando waitress who claimed to be a mistress of golfer Tiger Woods, has been sentenced to a year in jail for driving under the influence. Mindy Lawton's blood-alcohol level was 0.27 when she ran a red light and slammed into another car, seriously injuring the other driver.

Backstreet Boy AJ McLean Heading Back to Rehab

As the group Backstreet Boys plan a busy year, singer A.J. McLean has decided to check himself into a rehabilitation center for "personal reasons." This is the third trip to rehab for McLean, he also sought treatment in 2001 and 2002.

Antoine Wright Gets Probation for DUI

Antoine Wright, a former forward for the Sacramento Kings, has been sentenced to 15 years in jail and three years probation for drunk driving. Wright's blood-alcohol content was measured as 0.20 at the time of his arrest.

Washington State Rep. Santos Pleads Guilty to DUI

Rep Sharon Tomiko Santos, a former leader in the Washington state House of Representatives, has pleaded guilty to negligent driving in a case in which she was arrested for driving under the influence. Santos was sentenced to 20 hours of community service and $1,500 in fines.

Misty Croslin Gets 25 Years on Drug Charges

Misty Croslin, the teenager who was babysitting 5-year-old Haleigh Cummings on the night that she disappeared, has been given a total of three 25-year sentences for trafficking prescription drugs. Croslin pleaded no contest to selling oxycodone and hydrocodone to an undercover officer.

Friday, January 7, 2011

There is good news and bad news for Lindsay Lohan. She was released from her court-ordered stint in rehab after 90 days, but she may be facing criminal charges for an incident that took place in rehab. She has been accused of battery after a skirmish with a Betty Ford Center staff member. The case has been turned over to the district attorney.

Jaime Pressly Arrested on Suspicion of DUI

Actress Jaime Pressly, who starred in the television series "My Name Is Earl," has been arrested on suspicion of drunk driving after being stopped for a traffic violation in Santa Monica. The 33-year-old's $15,000 bail may be an indication that her blood-alcohol level was more than twice the legal limit, although that information was not released by police.

David Arquette Enters Rehab for Alcoholism

Actor David Arquette has reportedly entered a rehab facility for treatment of alcoholism and depression. Arquette, who separated from this wife Courteney Cox during 2010, admitted earlier that he had been "drinking a lot" since the breakup.

Gerry Rafferty Loses Battle Against Alcoholism

Scottish singer-songwriter Gerry Rafferty died at age 63 after a lengthy battle with alcoholism and liver disease. He wrote the 1978 hit "Baker Street" and co-wrote and sung the Stealers Wheel's 1972 hit record "Stuck in the Middle With You."

Former Bucs Quarterback Arrested for DUI

Shaun King, former Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback, has been arrested for drunk driving after an early-morning traffic stop. Police said the 33-year-old King refused to take a blood-alcohol test and was taken to jail.

Tennessee Passes 'Game-Changing' DUI Laws

Tennessee has passed new state laws that toughen the penalties for drunk driving. The new laws allowed judges to deny bond for driver's with multiple DUI offenses or who are already out on bond for any alcohol-related offense. The laws also allow monitoring bracelets and interlock devices.